Which of these drugs is MOST commonly used to treat premature ventricular contractions?
a. atropine c. Lasix
b. digoxin d. lidocaine hydrochloride
D
Ventricular dysrhythmias are life-threatening and include premature ventricular contractions (PVCs), ventricular tachycardia (VT), ventricular fibrillation (VF), and ventricular asystole. PVCs are most commonly associated with coronary artery disease and are treated with medications, such as lidocaine hydrochloride and oxygen.
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